ADHD and music

Music appeals to many children with ADHD. Playing an instrument, singing, dancing: these activities can be spaces of success and enjoyment. Music can also help some children to concentrate. Here is what you need to know. Music can become a real space of enjoyment and success.

A space of success

For a child who experiences a lot of failure at school, managing to play a piece or sing in front of others is very rewarding. These successes matter a great deal for their confidence.

This point is explained step by step in ADHD and self-esteem.

Learning an instrument

Learning an instrument requires patience and regularity. For a child with ADHD, dynamic lessons, short sessions and a patient teacher help a great deal. A teacher who is informed will know how to adapt their teaching.

To go further, read our article ADHD and extracurricular activities.

The instruments

Percussion instruments often appeal to children who need to move. But the best instrument remains the one that makes them want to play. Let them try before choosing.

We detail this point in ADHD and restlessness in class.

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Practising

Short daily sessions of 10 to 15 minutes are easier than one long session a week. Regularity matters more than duration.

This topic is covered in our page ADHD and routines.

Music for studying

Some people with ADHD concentrate better with calm background music, without lyrics. Others need silence. Try it out. Everyone can test what helps them.

You will find more details in the article ADHD and revision.

Singing and dancing

Singing, dancing, keeping rhythm: these activities combine movement and enjoyment, ideal for letting off steam. These activities are also lovely shared moments.

Our article ADHD and sport complements this advice.